Donkey Forklifts expands Northeast presence with Summit Handling Systems and strengthens local sales, service, and support across three states.
NORTH HAVEN, CONN. – Donkey Forklifts and Summit Handling Systems have joined forces to bring industry-leading truck-mounted forklift solutions to customers across Connecticut, New York, and Massachusetts.
This addition combines Donkey’s innovative equipment lineup with one of the Northeast’s fastest-growing material handling, construction, and landscaping equipment dealers, providing businesses throughout the region with increased access to high-performance machinery and responsive local support.
“When we look for dealer partners, we’re looking for companies that take care of customers long after the sale is final,” said Bradley Holder, Vice President of Sales for Donkey Forklifts. “Summit Handling Systems has spent more than 50 years earning that trust through innovation, integrity, and unmatched customer service. Their local support network and factory-trained technicians will give our customers the confidence that help is never far away.”
Headquartered in Connecticut, Summit Handling Systems has spent the last half-century building its reputation on dedicated customer care and deep industry expertise. With six locations across the Northeast and more than 50 experienced service technicians, Summit provides the maintenance, repairs, parts, and technical knowledge needed to keep fleets operating at peak performance.
By adding the Donkey Forklifts product line, Summit strengthens its ability to serve operations that depend on efficient, high-performance equipment for demanding delivery applications.
“Summit Handling Systems is proud to join the growing Donkey herd and bring these innovative truck-mounted forklift solutions to customers across our market,” said Andy Pye, Strategic Growth Vice President for Summit Handling Systems. “The Donkey product line and the company’s Turnkey Solution capabilities align perfectly with our customers’ increasing need for efficient, engineered delivery and material handling solutions. We look forward to representing such an innovative and customer-focused brand.”
Donkey Forklifts are designed to maximize payload, efficiency, and jobsite productivity through lightweight engineering and purpose-built innovation. The full lineup includes mechanical, hydrostatic, and electric truck-mounted forklift solutions, including the award-winning Burro Volt®, the first all-electric, truck-carried walk-behind forklift made in America, and The Jack®, Donkey’s high-performance hydrostatic forklift.
As Donkey Forklifts celebrates 40 years of American-made innovation, adding Summit Handling Systems strengthens the company’s commitment to providing customers with both industry-leading equipment and the responsive local support they depend on throughout the life of their machine.
For more information about Donkey Forklifts, visit donkeyforklift.com. To learn more about Summit Handling Systems, visit summithandling.com.
About Donkey Forklifts
Founded in 1985 by engineer Ken Ensor, Donkey Forklifts revolutionized the material handling industry with its innovative truck-mounted forklift design. Acquired by Hol-Mac Corporation in 2016, Donkey Forklifts continues to manufacture high-quality, American-made equipment in Bay Springs, Mississippi. The brand serves customers across North America in landscaping, construction, agriculture, turfgrass, and site logistics.
About Summit Handling Systems
Summit Handling Systems is a leading provider of material handling, construction, and landscaping equipment solutions serving customers throughout the Northeast. Built on the principles of innovation and integrity, Summit provides equipment sales, rentals, service, parts, and support through a customer-focused approach designed to help businesses operate more efficiently and effectively.
